Definition of Deadlock

an impasse caused by conflict between two sides

Examples of Deadlock in a sentence

Because of a voting deadlock, the council cannot make a decision on the business permit.  🔊

The mediator will help the opposing parties end the deadlock so the contract can be signed.  🔊

If the union and the teachers cannot eliminate the deadlock and come to an agreement, the schools will close.  🔊

Rick’s touchdown broke the deadlock and allowed the home team to win the game.  🔊

When the jury reached an unbreakable deadlock, the judge had no choice but to declare a mistrial.  🔊

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